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4.29 AVERAGE
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Read this with a blindfold and pure nostalgia and this is peak but in all seriousness fun read
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
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Maid-Sama has been my favorite anime for ages, but I never finished the manga completely. This summer I decided to change that. Overall, the manga and anime have a couple of differences, but mostly minor things. For example, Suzana-- the main character's sister-- is introduced in episode one of the anime, but in the manga, she isn't introduced until a couple of volumes in.
The beginning of the manga is a bit messy. Granted, it was published in the early 2000s so the art style and pacing were off. Both greatly improve as the story goes on, but it can be jarring for readers. Do I think it's necessary for anime watchers to read the manga chapters corresponding to the episodes? No, not really. Maybe read a few chapters earlier to get used to the art style, but otherwise, it's not necessary.
Although the anime does a good job of concluding the story, there's a lot left in the manga chapters. They feature Misaki still in denial about her feelings before gradually learning to accept them. . All of the characters are very strong and even the side characters get a lot of featured time. I love Misaki as the main character for being so headstrong and determined. Usui, her love interest, is a perfect balance of protective, teasing, and caring. Their chemistry is so easy to see right off the bat.
In terms of cons, there's roughly a volume that I found kind of unnecessary. When Usui became a student at Miyabigaoka, there was a period of time when I wondered where the story was going. Without a real goal other than Usui dealing with his problems, it felt slow. It introduced several new characters that we get little time to get to know. I have a feeling the author liked Tora because I kept being surprised at how often he showed up in situations. I know he was high up in the popularity poll, but he really was not a character I expected to see so frequently. But, he served a big role at the end of the manga as well. I kind of wished that his transfer wasn't a part of the story as it added very little to the overall plot. His visiting London temporarily would have been enough (plus, he moved back to Seika anyways). I also found the ending to be a smidge rushed, but overall a minor problem.
I think Kaichou Wa Maid-Sama is a perfect series for a shoujo lover, romance lover, or someone who enjoys classic early 2000s manga. If you're a fan of shows/manga like Ouran High School Host Club and Fruits Basket, I think this manga will be right up your alley. I highly recommend it!
The beginning of the manga is a bit messy. Granted, it was published in the early 2000s so the art style and pacing were off. Both greatly improve as the story goes on, but it can be jarring for readers. Do I think it's necessary for anime watchers to read the manga chapters corresponding to the episodes? No, not really. Maybe read a few chapters earlier to get used to the art style, but otherwise, it's not necessary.
Although the anime does a good job of concluding the story, there's a lot left in the manga chapters. They feature
In terms of cons, there's roughly a volume that I found kind of unnecessary.
I think Kaichou Wa Maid-Sama is a perfect series for a shoujo lover, romance lover, or someone who enjoys classic early 2000s manga. If you're a fan of shows/manga like Ouran High School Host Club and Fruits Basket, I think this manga will be right up your alley. I highly recommend it!
adventurous
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced